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The 5 Best Day Trips from Geneva

5 day trips  ·  from $96 a head

A day trip lives or dies on the hours between pickup and drop-off. These 5 day trips from geneva use them well, priced and timed so you can choose in minutes.

Chamonix & Mont Blanc Scenic Glass-Roof Bus Tour from Geneva - Chamonix, the first Winter Olympics host
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Chamonix & Mont Blanc Scenic Glass-Roof Bus Tour from Geneva

1.Chamonix & Mont Blanc Scenic Glass-Roof Bus Tour from Geneva

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,587 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $126Our pick

Travel from Geneva to Chamonix in a panoramic glass-roof coach with an English-speaking guide such as Antoine, David, or Chris. Add the Aiguille du Midi cable car, Montenvers rack railway, or both. Expect a long mountain day, clear meeting instructions, dramatic views, and limited time for wandering in town.

“It was the best tour in switzerland! Just so beautiful. I highly recommend!”

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Chamonix & Mont Blanc Panoramic Sky-Glass Bus Guided Day Trip - Choosing the right package for your day
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Chamonix & Mont Blanc Panoramic Sky-Glass Bus Guided Day Trip

2.Chamonix & Mont Blanc Panoramic Sky-Glass Bus Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,324 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $131

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Geneva to Chamonix with a guide such as Chris, David, Antonio, or Tony. Choose the Aiguille du Midi cable car, Montenvers train, or both. Expect dramatic Alpine views, free time in town, mountain weather, and a long but rewarding day.

“The tour was very well planned and our guide most knowledgeable about the features and history of the area. We benefitted from beautiful weather giving us spectacular views at all our stops. Would definitely recommend this to anyone.”

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From Geneva: Annecy Half-Day Trip - Leaving Geneva from Place Dorcière
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From Geneva: Annecy Half-Day Trip

3.From Geneva: Annecy Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,064 reviews · 4h 30m · from $96Best value

Travel from Geneva to Annecy by bus, then follow an English-speaking guide through the Old Town, past the Palais de l’Île and River Thiou. You’ll have about two hours to shop, eat, visit the market, and stroll by the lake. Guides such as Gabriel and Hector have helped make this a warm, easy introduction to Annecy.

“Our guide Gabriel was very nice & very explanatory. He gave us a short 30 minute tour of the old city in Annecy explaining its history. Then we had 2 hours to explore this beautiful place. Lovely tour -thanks”

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From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train - Chamonix gives you a short but useful break
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From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train

4.From Geneva: Day Trip to Chamonix with Cable Car and Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,015 reviews · 10 hours · from $253

Travel by comfortable coach from Geneva to Chamonix, then ride the cable car to Aiguille du Midi at 3,842 meters and take the Montenvers cogwheel train to the Mer de Glace. English-speaking guides such as Tony, Chris, and Antoine help with timings, transport, and local context. Weather can change the mountain plan.

“We had a beautiful day, clear skies, could not have been better. The tour was well organized and very easy to follow instructions. Overall great list of activities with enough time to enjoy each part stress free.”

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From Geneva: Chamonix Mont-Blanc Private Day Trip - First impressions of Chamonix town
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From Geneva: Chamonix Mont-Blanc Private Day Trip

5.From Geneva: Chamonix Mont-Blanc Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 112 reviews · from $706

Travel from Geneva to Chamonix in a private, air-conditioned minibus with hotel pickup, refreshments, and an English-speaking driver. Spend time in the Alpine town, then add the Aiguille du Midi cable car and Montenvers train to Mer de Glace. Drivers such as Sakis, Josh, and Evan have helped guests manage the tight schedule.

“Great because it was a small group. Driver was great. Mini bus was great and a charger on every chair was very well welcomed.”

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